British watch brands have historically lacked the prestige associated with Swiss watch brands. It’s fair to say that you could travel the world today and many people would be able to list Swiss watchmakers such as Omega, TAG Heur, Vacheron Constantin and more.

But what about the British watchmakers, who were influential in horology in the 18th century? Without the British advances in mechanical movements many of these fabulous Swiss creations would not have their seamless inner workings and would remain a mere pipe dream.

When it comes to buying chronograph watches for men, the first thing you need to ask is “Why am I buying one?”

There are many potential reasons: chronographs are sophisticated and smart looking, they are solid timing devices, or maybe you just want to channel your inner astronaut. Whatever the reason for buying your chronograph, make sure you know your facts before choosing the right one for you. Here are some helpful tips to get you started.

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Have you heard about bridal jewellery for rent? It may sound tasteless but it’s every bride’s dream to be draped in fabulous jewels on their wedding day – and these accessories can come with a hefty price tag.

Many brides simply can’t afford to spend a fortune on jewellery for their special day – they and their groom are already spending thousands of pounds on the main event. But with bridal jewellery to rent, being decked out with beautiful jewels is suddenly in the realm of possibility.

Buying second hand luxury watches is a great way to save money compared to purchasing a brand new luxury watch, and although trends and fashion change all the time, a classic or luxury watch is timeless.

Purchasing an older luxury watch means that you are buying quality. A classic design is timeless and will always look modern. The fact that the watch has survived long enough for you to purchase it in excellent condition only confirms that there is no reason why it should not last much longer.

However, it can be difficult to know where to start when looking to purchase second hand classic or luxury watches. By following these few simple steps, you can easily avoid unforeseen drawbacks.

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You may never have considered the history of Swiss watch making, but ask yourself this – why do most people most consider a Swiss watch to be the pinnacle of horological achievements? Indeed the term “Swiss watch” is synonymous with “luxury brand watch” in most people’s minds. Switzerland isn’t a particularly large country, so how on earth is it now home to so many luxury watch brands?

In days of old, how much to spend on an engagement ring was easily answered: the equivalent to the man’s monthly salary. Back in 1950 the average full-time weekly salary was around £7*, so spending £28 on an engagement ring sounds very attractive. But if we take into account inflation, that monthly salary was nearer £2000 in today’s money, which is close to the average UK salary nowadays. So would you spend £2,000 on an engagement ring for your beloved?

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Women’s luxury watches have long played second fiddle to men’s luxury watches, but nowadays this has changed. There is a new generation of female watch aficionados who want to own an expensive luxury watch, and also have the independent means to buy one.

Everyone knows a Rolex watch is expensive and that many wealthy people sport one, but is that because they value the craftsmanship of the piece or because they want to flaunt their wealth? Either way, do opportunist thieves give two hoots? Is it actually safe to wear a Rolex watch nowadays?

When it comes to the world of celebrity watches, it’s fascinating to realise that top watch brands promote their brand by “partnering” with famous celebs. Whether the average man decides to purchase an Omega watch simply because George Clooney wears one, or a TAG Heuer because Leonardo DiCarprio loves the brand, is hard to tell. One would have thought that the final decision would be made more on looks and technical specifications!

But regardless of how much celebrity endorsements influence sales, let’s see who’s wearing what in the world of male celebrity watches.